$17
weekly
Mastering Writing, Grammar, Note-Taking, and Technology Tools!
New class
Ages 10-14
Live Group Class
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(509 reviews)
Rising Star
Live video meetings
1x per week
3-7 learners per class
35 min
What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hours per weekAssignments
Learners will receive periodic weekly assignments to finish after class. Many of these assignments we will begin in our weekly session. Completion after class if optional, and I can provide feedback and guidance for your learner.Class Experience
Beginner - Advanced Level
Students will develop writing, editing, practical life skills, and organizational skills while receiving personalized feedback to refine their work. We will practice together various concepts in class for optional completion after class with personal feedback.
📝Your student may join any time.
What We’ll Cover:
🔵Grammar mastery: Reinforce past rules & learn new grammar concepts
🟣Diverse Writing Styles – Practice:
*Essay Writing (Persuasive, Informative, Narrative)
*Creative Writing (Short Stories and Personal Narratives)
*Summaries & Short Reports
🟡Life Skills Writing- (Personal Letters, Emails, and Formal Letters)
✔ Note-Taking Strategies: Learn practical methods to organize information
✔ Technology Tools: Digital tools to assist with writing & formatting
✔ Document/Formatting Skills: Creating well-structured documents
✨This interactive, practice-based course ensures that students apply their learning weekly, receive personalized feedback, and build confidence.
📌 Perfect for students looking for a flexible and structured, all-in-one writing and grammar curriculum that integrates note-taking strategies, technology tools, and hands-on practice to support all learning styles!
Weekly Breakdown:
👉September 2025
Week of September 7: Parts of Speech I- Prepositions, Nouns, Pronouns, & Verbs
Week of September 14: Parts of Speech II- Adjectives, Adverbs, & Conjunctions
Week of September 21: Sentence Structure & Subject-Verb Agreement
Week of September 28: Punctuation Power -Basic End Marks & Commas
October
Week of October 5: Punctuation-Apostrophes, Quotes, Colons, Semicolons
Week of October 12: Clauses, Phrases, & Verb Tense Consistency
Week of October 19: Essay Structure- Thesis, Topic Sentences, & Organization
Week of October 26: Narrative Paragraph/Essays-Personal Experience and Reflection
November
Week of November 2: Expository Paragraph/Essays – Informative Writing
Week of November 9: Persuasive Paragraph/Essays- Building Strong Arguments
Week of November 16: Compare and Contrast Paragraph/Essays
Week of November 23: (Thanksgiving Break)
Week of November 30: Research & Summary Skills- Finding & Using Sources
December
Week of December 7: Outlining & Short Report Writing
Week of December 14: Essay of Choice- Submission & Optional Feedback
Week of December 21: (Christmas Break)
Week of December 28: (New Years Break)
January
Week of January 4: Story Elements- Plot, Characters, Setting, Dialogue
Week of January 11: Descriptive Writing- Using the Five Senses
Week of January 18: Creative Writing Showcase-Share & Reflect
Week of January 25: Book Summaries- Analyze & Summarize Texts
February
Week of February 1: Reports on Personal Interests-Mini Research Projects
Week of February 8: Friendly and Personal Letters
Week of February 15: Email Etiquette- Formal & Informal Practice
Week of February 22: Formal Letters- Requests and Complaints
March
Week of March 1: Writing Instructions-Step-by-Step How-To Guides
Week of March 8: Real-Life Writing Practice – Applying Skills to Daily Life
Week of March 15: Writing Tools – Google Docs, Collaboration, Voice Typing
Week of March 22: Document Formatting – Headings, Fonts, Spacing, Margins
Week of March 29: File Management – Submitting & Organizing Work
April
Week of April 5: Note-Taking Skills-Identifying Key Information & Markings
Week of April 12: Note-Taking Skills -Guided Practice Session
Week of April 19: Applying Notes Across Subjects –Wrap-Up Practice
*Potential additional weeks will be added to address any learning needsLearning Goals
Strengthen grammar and editing skills to enhance clarity and correctness in writing.Practice a variety of writing styles, including essays, creative pieces, and life-skills writing.Other Details
Learning Needs
Lessons incorporate multisensory strategies—such as visuals and audio—to enhance engagement and comprehension. The class follows a clear, consistent structure with step-by-step instructions, and tasks are broken into manageable parts.
Pre-Requisites
Learners should have a basic understanding of grammar before joining class. My Easy Grammar 1 class provides a foundation for grammar and writing. Please reach out if you are uncertain, which class to join for your learner.
Supply List
👉A positive attitude and willingness to learn and have fun together! 📝A notebook and pencil or digital device to write and take notes if desired. 🥇 We will play periodic games in class to reinforce concepts learned.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Pennsylvania State University
I am a highly experienced educator with a diverse background in teaching, tutoring, and empowering learners of all abilities. With over 25 years of experience, I have worked with students from elementary through college levels, specializing in English Language Arts, writing, grammar, and a range of subjects.
As a dedicated Dyslexia Empowering Specialist, I focus on helping neurodivergent learners, particularly those with dyslexia and dysgraphia, achieve their full potential. I am passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that caters to the unique needs of each student.
In addition to my expertise in language arts, I am a homeschool mom of two graduates, which gives me a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of individualized learning. As an online teacher and tutor, I create engaging, interactive lessons designed to make grammar, writing, and note-taking skills both accessible and enjoyable.
My classes incorporate various technology tools to support and enhance learning, providing students with practical applications for their academic and personal growth.Reviews
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